Barcelona is reeling after Nico Williams rejected them for the second year, opting for a new Athletic Club contract. The decision, despite personal terms, surprised players and staff. Barca now seeks a new left winger, with Luis Diaz a top target.
UEFA fined AS Roma €3M for FFP breaches, while Inter and Milan were cleared. Meanwhile, Chelsea, Barcelona, and Aston Villa received significantly larger fines and multi-year settlement agreements for their more substantial financial rule violations.
Nico Williams has snubbed Barcelona, penning a decade-long deal with Athletic Club. Barcelona feel betrayed, believing their interest was leverage for Williams' improved contract, now eyeing Luis Diaz or Marcus Rashford.
Barcelona, reeling from the Nico Williams setback, has set sights on Liverpool's Luis Diaz. Despite Deco's keen interest and Diaz's cryptic comments, financial hurdles and Liverpool's firm stance make a deal complex for the Catalan giants.
Nico Williams commits to Athletic Club until 2035, boosting his release clause to around €100m. He notably rejected offers from European giants like Barcelona and Bayern Munich, choosing to stay at San Mamés.
Inter defender Denzel Dumfries could join Barcelona, with new agent Jorge Mendes actively facilitating the move. Barcelona must act quickly as his €25m release clause expires July 15, risking a price hike to €30m. Inter is already eyeing replacements.
Real Madrid's Club World Cup under Xabi Alonso features Gonzalo Garcia's breakout, potentially impacting Endrick Felipe's future. Endrick has met with club officials, concerned about playing time and attracting Serie A interest, as he recovers from injury.
Star winger Nico Williams has once again turned down Barcelona, opting to sign a new long-term deal with Athletic Club. This commitment, reportedly until 2035, sees his release clause significantly increase, solidifying his future in Bilbao.
Atalanta's Europa League star Ademola Lookman, crowned African Player of the Year, is a top target. Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are reportedly battling for his signature after his stellar season, including a Europa League final hat-trick.
Barcelona eyes registering Joan Garcia & Nico Williams, facing salary cap hurdles. La Liga President Javier Tebas' recent, contradictory statements on their 1:1 spending rule status create both hope and confusion for the club's transfer plans.
